{"id":7125,"date":"2020-07-02T15:33:27","date_gmt":"2020-07-02T07:33:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.helperchoice.com\/?p=7125"},"modified":"2026-01-28T03:09:58","modified_gmt":"2026-01-27T19:09:58","slug":"prevent-unplanned-pregnancy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/prevent-unplanned-pregnancy\/","title":{"rendered":"Preventing Unplanned Pregnancy: Abstinence and\/or Contraceptive Methods"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"800\" height=\"550\" src=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/wp-content\/uploads\/2020\/07\/Preventing-Unplanned-Pregnancy-Abstinence-andor-Contraceptive-Methods.png\" alt=\"Preventing unplanned pregnancy abstinence andor contraceptive methods\" class=\"wp-image-14482\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><em>By <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pathfinders.org.hk\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">PathFinders<\/a><\/em><\/p><div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_81 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/prevent-unplanned-pregnancy\/#Abstinence\" >Abstinence<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/prevent-unplanned-pregnancy\/#Contraceptive_Methods\" >Contraceptive Methods<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-4' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-4'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/prevent-unplanned-pregnancy\/#Something_to_Think_About%E2%80%A6\" >Something to Think About\u2026<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n\n\n\n<p>When you are in a relationship, it\u2019s important to have open and honest conversations about relationship issues with your partner &#8211; including sex. Both of you need to make decisions about sexual intimacy together. Even though it may be awkward or embarrassing to speak about it at first, it\u2019s actually one of the best ways to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/love-relationship-tips\/\">maintain a happy and healthy relationship.<\/a>&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Partners need to continually talk about each other\u2019s sexual preferences: limits, likes and dislikes, what feels good and what\u2019s not working out. Our partners can\u2019t read our minds and we shouldn\u2019t make assumptions about their preferences. It\u2019s totally okay to have different desires but it\u2019s never okay to pressurise someone to do something they\u2019re not comfortable with.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Set limits you both agree on and are comfortable with before engaging in sexual activity, as it can be hard to think and speak clearly in the heat of the moment. You have the right to decide if and when you want to have sex. You can say no to sex at any time, for any reason &#8211; even if you\u2019ve already had sex before. Relationships change over time, and you and\/or your partner may eventually have different feelings about sex and abstinence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Abstinence\"><\/span>Abstinence<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Abstinence, defined as refraining from all forms of sexual intercourse, is a 100% safe and effective way to prevent an <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/10-things-about-being-pregnant-hong-kong\/\">unplanned pregnancy<\/a>.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Abstinence can mean different things to different people. For some people, it means no romantic physical contact with another person. For others, abstinence means limited physical contact like holding hands or kissing, but no genital contact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Sex isn&#8217;t the only way to express your <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/admin\/user\/info?email=&amp;userId=&amp;adId=&amp;phone=52982731\">love and affection<\/a>. Many people get closer and build trust with each other by talking and sharing; as well as being honest, respecting each other\u2019s thoughts and feelings, doing activities and hanging out together.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>People may choose abstinence for various reasons. Some choose to follow their personal, moral, or religious beliefs and values; and others would prefer to wait until they find the right partner or until they feel ready for a sexual relationship. A number of people may like to enjoy a romantic companionship without having to deal with a sexual relationship; and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.helperchoice.com\/c\/tl\/achieve-your-goals-tips\/\">some would rather focus on their education, work, or other pursuits.<\/a> There are also people who want to take the time to heal from a broken heart or overcome the loss of a partner; and others would want to follow their doctor\u2019s advice to temporarily abstain from sexual intercourse after a sickness, infection, or medical procedures.<br><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Contraceptive_Methods\"><\/span>Contraceptive Methods<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When you are ready to explore sex with your partner, have an honest talk about birth control and\/or sexually transmitted infections.&nbsp; If you and your partner don\u2019t plan to have a child, use contraceptives.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can make an appointment with a family planning association in Hong Kong to find out more about contraceptive methods. You may also want to understand more about what your options are, the advantages and disadvantages of every method, what is most suitable for you and your partner, and the correct way of applying\/using the methods.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-group has-very-light-gray-background-color has-background is-layout-flow wp-block-group-is-layout-flow\">\n<div style=\"height:20px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading has-text-align-center\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Something_to_Think_About%E2%80%A6\"><\/span><strong>Something to Think About\u2026<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How do you<strong> feel<\/strong> about sex? Do you know <strong>your preferences<\/strong>?&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><strong>Consistency<\/strong> is important for both abstinence and contraceptives. Although you are abstinent or use contraceptives most of the time, <strong>first-time sex or one time sex without protection <\/strong>could result in an unplanned pregnancy and\/or sexually transmitted infections.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>When practising abstinence, only when refraining from all forms of sexual intercourse <strong>all the time <\/strong>can be <strong>100% effective<\/strong> to prevent unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections; anal and oral sex may still result in an unplanned pregnancy and\/or sexually transmitted infections.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>While <strong>all contraceptive methods<\/strong> can help you prevent unplanned pregnancy, <strong>not all<\/strong> can help prevent sexually transmitted infections. For instance, the <strong>correct use of condoms<\/strong> can lower the risks of having an unplanned pregnancy and sexually transmitted infections.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><em>There are a number of contraceptive methods available. More information can be found on The Family Planning Association of Hong Kong\u2019s website:<\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.famplan.org.hk\/en\/health-info\/contraceptive-methods\/\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em> https:\/\/www.famplan.org.hk\/en\/health-info\/contraceptive-methods\/<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><em>You can also find the address and contact number of family planning centres and other service providers on PathFinders <\/em><strong><em>resource card<\/em><\/strong><em>: <\/em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.pathfinders.org.hk\/assets\/media\/files\/FINAL%20BILINGUAL_Resource%20Card%20Combined%201%20%26%202.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><em>https:\/\/www.pathfinders.org.hk\/assets\/media\/files\/FINAL%20BILINGUAL_Resource%20Card%20Combined%201%20%26%202.pdf<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>___________________________________________________________________________<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>You can reach out to PathFinders for more information and support if you are pregnant or planning to be pregnant during your employment contract.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Contact Number\/WhatsApp: 5190 4886<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Facebook: facebook.com\/pffmw<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Email: <a href=\"mailto:info@pathfinders.org.hk\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">info@pathfinders.org.hk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pathfinders.org.hk\" target=\"_blank\" aria-label=\"undefined (opens in a new tab)\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">www.pathfinders.org.hk<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>By PathFinders When you are in a relationship, it\u2019s important to have open and honest conversations about relationship issues with your partner &#8211; including sex. 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